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FEBRUARY MARCH 2006
Vol 27 No 5

STOP, ASSESS, ADDRESS by Dr Victoria Hamilton
With the recent introduction of the ‘happy athlete’ concept into the top echelon of equestrian sport, this thought-provoking look into the various factors that can contribute to equine well-being serves as a timely reminder.

IN SEARCH OF THE HAPPY ATHLETE by Coralie Smyth
Although guidelines clearly state that “the object of dressage is the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education”, this is quite often not what is seen in competition.

CHANGING A FLOAT TYRE by Fiona De Jersey
Despite always seeming to happen at the most inappropriate time, a flat tyre on a fully loaded horse float needn’t be a drama if the right preparation has been carried out before taking to the road.

CRANIOSACRAL WORK WITH HORSES by Maureen Rogers
Equine Craniosacral work, a very gentle and non-invasive form of treatment, can assist with the management of many physical and behavioural health problems.

A SHATTERED DREAM
Guy Wallace has not only had his dream of representing Australia as part of the Olympic eventing team shattered, but is now battling bureaucracy in his quest to live at home.

LOWER BACK POSTURE by Wendy Murdoch
In the second part of her series on simple yet effective ways to improve your riding in a matter of minutes, international instructor Wendy Murdoch explains the importance of lower back posture.

DUBLIN RIDER MAKEOVER
Two readers will ride into 2006 with a fresh new look from Dublin.

CHOOSING AN INSTRUCTOR by Barbara Muhling
Although finding the ideal instructor to suit your situation can prove to be time consuming, the effort devoted to researching qualifications, teaching styles and other important factors pays off by ensuring a rewarding riding experience.

THE ART OF LUNGEING - bending and lightening
In this fifth article in the series, strategies are offered for two common problems faced during the lungeing process - incorrect bend of the horse to the line of the circle and leaning on the rein.

BOOK AND CD REVIEW
The latest releases are reviewed in our Book and CD Review.

EQUESTRIAN COMBAT SPORTS by Jodie Ween
Traditional combat-based equestrian sports are now experiencing a resurgence, with spectacular displays of bullfighting, archery and jousting - once relegated to the annals of history - now being revived worldwide.

HORSEFRONT
The latest in news, veterinary advances and horse happenings.

GAMBLING WITH GENES by Jodie Ween
The quest to unlock the secrets of the genetic makeup of the horse is well underway, with gene mapping projects breaking new ground.

WHAT’S NEW?
A compilation of unusual or newly released products featured at Equitana 2005.

THE DRESSAGE ARENA by Liz Tollarzo
Having a suitable area to train is an important aspect of training and education for both horse and rider, however there is more to an arena than just a flat, standard sized area.

OVER TO YOU
Your chance to have a say! Readers give their thoughts on a range of topics.